Corporate Legal Counsel

RLR INVESTMENTS LTD; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RLR INVESTMENTS LTD is seeking a well-rounded attorney with five to ten years of experience to join its in-house legal team in Ocala, Florida. The role focuses on commercial contracts and corporate transactional matters, with strong emphasis on real estate and related zoning issues.

The candidate should have a JD, active Florida Bar standing, and the ability to work on-site in Ocala. Experience with equestrian-related law or businesses is preferred, as is experience in litigation management and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Five to ten years of relevant legal experience.
• Broad experience in commercial contracts and corporate transactional matters.
• Experience with commercial real estate transactions strongly preferred.
• Experience with zoning, land use, permitting, development approvals, or related.
• Equestrian-related law or equestrian businesses experience preferred.
• Litigation or litigation-management experience preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, establish priorities, and work independently.
• Sound judgment and the ability to communicate legal issues clearly to non-lawyers.
• A practical, collaborative, and business-focused approach.
• Must be based in, or willing to relocate to, the Ocala, Florida area and work on-site.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Support corporate transactional matters.
• Assist with commercial real estate transactions and related zoning matters.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Business-focused approach

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Active Florida Bar membership

Tools

Commercial contracts drafting

Corporate transactional matters

Job description

A privately held and diversified group of affiliated companies is seeking a well-rounded attorney with five to ten years of relevant experience to join its in-house legal team in Ocala, FL.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Five to ten years of relevant legal experience.
• Broad experience in commercial contracts and corporate transactional matters.
• Experience with commercial real estate transactions strongly preferred.
• Experience with zoning, land use, permitting, development approvals, or related
• Experience with equestrian-related law or equestrian businesses, transactions, operations,
• events, or disputes preferred.
• Litigation or litigation-management experience preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, establish priorities, and work independently.
• Sound judgment and the ability to communicate legal issues clearly to non-lawyers.
• A practical, collaborative, and business-focused approach.
• Must be based in, or willing to relocate to, the Ocala, Florida area and work on-site.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience Level: Five to Ten Years
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Five to ten years of relevant legal experience.
• Meaningful experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Experience with corporate transactional matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage numerous matters and competing priorities with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to recognize significant legal and business risks and elevate issues appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain legal concepts clearly and concisely to business professionals.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Willingness to work on-site in Ocala, Florida.

Compensation and Application Requirements

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with applicable company plans and policies.